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I wanted to buy it for my son but I didn't see it where I live.

Just in time for the back-to-school season, join us to discuss the importance of tasty and healthy school lunches that include nutrient-rich milk.  The discussion will be led via live video feed by Andrea Carrothers, MS, RD and Nutrition Communications Manager at Dean Foods.  Andrea can help with tips on how to encourage healthier eating at home and at school and demystify the chocolate-milk-in-schools debate playing out on TV and in school meetings from coast to coast.  Come to ask and answer questions, tell us which health-conscious foods your kids love and exchange ideas for school lunches, after-school snacks or breakfast before you and the kids hit the door!

I don't know about you, but I love free stuff!!! This circle keeps you posted with coupons, samples, free stuff, and websites that I think everyone will love!

Studies show that focusing on what you're grateful for instead of what's going wrong makes you healthier and happier. It's simple. Every day look for things that are good in your life--then make a record of them here.

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Need a few last minute Father's Day gifts for that special dad in your life? Let the editors from the influential shopping blog Cool Mom Picks do the work for you. They've got the coolest ideas for all sorts of dads - from the manly men and foodies, to tech lovers, even that special grandpa - that they'll share with us during our chat.

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Let's talk about what we're serving our kids, share ideas for nutritious meals and snacks, and post our stories, experiences, knowledge about kids, food and nutrition